• Kusadasi - IMPORTANT NOTICE:

⛔️ GROUP TOURS are shared with fellow travelers from the same cruise, with a maximum of 20 participants. ⛔️

⚠️ PRIVATE TOURS, however, offer complete flexibility and personalization. Upon meeting, the guide will discuss interests and tailor the itinerary to suit preferences. ⚠️

✳️ With a PRIVATE TOUR, enjoy full control — visit only desired locations, at a personal pace, without rush or crowds. ✳️

• Kusadasi - Meeting at the Cruise Port! No need to arrange alternative transport for your tour!
  Once booking is confirmed, the team will contact with precise meeting point details — including where and how they will be waiting.
  Please check your inbox and respond to confirm arrangements, ensuring a smooth and timely meeting on the tour day.
• Ancient City of Ephesus - Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site — the Ancient City of Ephesus!
  Step back in time walking through one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities globally. Discover the Odeon, the Temple of Domitian, among the first temples dedicated to a human; and the magnificent Library of Celsus, the third largest library of the ancient world.

Marvel at the Grand Amphitheatre, which could seat 24,000 spectators and where St. Paul once preached to the Ephesians. Stroll along the Marble Street, visit the Roman Baths, fountains, temples, agora, love house, public toilets, and many more fascinating remains that bring this legendary city to life.

• Kusadasi Shopping Center - Enjoy the chance to explore authentic local handicrafts and experience a truly genuine shopping adventure if desired. A professional local tour guide will be present to offer valuable insights—highlighting the finest traditional crafts, recommending the most reputable places to visit, and providing expert tips to ensure a smooth, enjoyable, and completely hassle-free experience.
• Selcuk - OPTIONAL LUNCH BREAK is available. For travelers wishing to savor authentic Turkish cuisine, an optional lunch break at a small, charming local restaurant — a perfect opportunity to taste traditional flavors in a cozy atmosphere.
  Lunch fee is at personal expense, payable to the restaurant.

This concludes the SHORT SCHEDULE. Guests not booked for the FULL SCHEDULE will be transferred to the Cruise Port. The rest will continue the tour.

• Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Nestled on a hillside near Ephesus, this peaceful stone house is one of the most revered Christian pilgrimage sites. According to tradition, the Virgin Mary spent her final years here with St. John the Apostle, who brought her to Ephesus after the crucifixion of Jesus.

Over the centuries, the site has welcomed countless pilgrims — including Pope Paul VI (1967), Pope John Paul II (1979), and Pope Benedict XVI (2006), each of whom visited and blessed the shrine.

The story of its discovery is just as remarkable. A German nun, Anne Catherine Emmerich, described the house in vivid detail in a vision, despite never having visited Ephesus. Years later, French priests followed her descriptions and uncovered the remains of this very structure. Today, visitors can explore the beautifully preserved house, light a candle, and leave a wish in this serene and deeply spiritual place.

• The Temple of Artemis - The Temple of Artemis – One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
  Dedicated to Artemis, the Greek goddess of the hunt and the moon, twin sister of Apollo, this magnificent temple stood as a symbol of faith, beauty, and wealth in ancient Ephesus.

Originally built around 650 BC on a site sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess Cybele, the temple was funded by King Croesus of Lydia, one of the richest rulers of his time. Ingeniously, it was constructed on marshy ground to help protect it from earthquakes — though over the centuries, natural disasters repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt the structure.

Despite its ruins today, the Temple of Artemis remains a place of awe — a reminder of Ephesus’s ancient grandeur and its deep spiritual heritage.

• Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI - A drive through Kusadasi Town offers a panoramic view while listening to key information from the Local Tour Guide.
• Kusadasi Castle - Also known as Pigeon Island! One of the earliest settlements of modern Kusadasi. The tour will pass by, providing an opportunity to see it from a distance. It is located very close to the Port, allowing time after the tour if interested.
• Kusadasi - At the end of the tour, return to the Cruise Port according to ONBOARD TIME!
  PLEASE NOTE: There are several ships with different arrival and departure times. All timings are carefully checked, confirmed with passengers, and coordinated for a timely return to the Cruise Port.

OUR TOURS GUARANTEE ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!

• Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver
• GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
• Entrance fees
• Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
• GROUP OR PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
• Cruise Port Pick-up & Drop-Off

• Gratuities

Experience the highlights of Ephesus on a relaxing Small-Group shore excursion crafted specifically for cruise passengers. With a licensed guide and a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ephesus, the House of Mary, and the Temple of Artemis at a leisurely pace. The guide takes care of everything, from coordinating with your ship’s schedule to organizing entry tickets, comfort stops, and optional shopping or artisan visits if desired. Simply enjoy your day and return to the port on time.

• Small-Group Tour designed for cruise passengers from the cruise port
• Visit three essential sites in one day: Ephesus Ruins, House of the Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis
• Benefit from a fully adaptable itinerary with a licensed guide and private A/C minibus
• Stress-free shore excursion with port pickup/drop-off and a schedule aligned with your ship’s timings
• Option to savor an authentic Turkish lunch

• UPON YOUR SHIP’S ARRIVAL AT THE PORT, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO MEET WITH OUR TEAM WITHIN 30 TO 45 MINUTES. BY DOING SO, YOU CAN BYPASS THE CROWDS, SCHOOL BUSES, AND HARSH WEATHER CONDITIONS, ENSURING AN ENHANCED AND MORE ENJOYABLE TOUR EXPERIENCE OF EPHESUS.
• OUR TOURS ENSURE GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE SHIP.
• BOOK YOUR TOUR WITH US, VERIFIED PROVIDER OF KUSADASI/EPHESUS CRUISE PORT!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.